Science‑based climate and environmental results with the expertise of a research group
We help companies and organizations understand and reduce their climate and biodiversity impacts while creating competitive advantage through sustainability.
Our vision is to help companies worldwide transform and operate within the limits of our planet’s carrying capacity.
Our mission is to enable companies’ sustainability transformations through science‑based and innovative solutions.
WHO WE ARE
Multidisciplinary expertise to support your business
UseLess is a consulting company specializing in the assessment of climate and environmental impacts. We support companies in transitioning from sustainability talk to tangible impact, strengthening their long-term readiness for a changing world. In our work, we always apply the latest standards and research in the field, helping our clients understand and reduce the climate and environmental impacts of their organizations as well as their products and services.
In addition to our operational team, we have strong connections to both the research community and the business world through our extensive advisory network.
OUR VALUES
Our work is guided by values defined together with the entire team
At UseLess, we strive to keep responsibility and sustainability at the core of everything we do.
Sustainability
We aim to operate within the limits of our planet’s carrying capacity, creating positive impact while building a profitable business. We value the well-being of our work community and support each other’s growth and development.
Integrity
We operate with openness, honesty, and fairness, and we keep our promises. Collaboration and open interaction guide everything we do.
Science-based
Our work is grounded in scientific knowledge, and we encourage continuous learning, experimentation with new ideas, and innovative approaches to achieving sustainability goals.
ACADEMIC FOUNDATION
Expertise of a research group combined with practical business insight
Our team has more than 50 years of combined experience in numerous sustainability projects across various industries, including energy and mobility, built environments, food production, and manufacturing.
Academic background
- 2 x Doctor of Science (Tech)
- 5 x Master of Science (Tech / Business)
- 1 x Bachelor’s degree
- 60+ peer-reviewed articles
Connected to
- Finnish Air Pollution Prevention Society
- LUT University
- ACCC
- Helsinki Think Company
UseLess is proud to be a partner of the Atmosphere and Climate Competence Center (ACCC). ACCC is a hub of top-level research aimed at increasing understanding of climate change and air quality deterioration. It supports shared objectives by producing scientific knowledge and making it accessible to a wide range of societal stakeholders.
OUR STORY IN SHORT
From research to supporting organizations in climate and environmental work
The story of UseLess began when, at the beginning of 2018, a research idea focused on reducing consumption evolved into a product concept with business potential. Behind this was growing frustration that the research being conducted was not finding its way into practice. Ultimately, UseLess Company was founded by six researchers, one of whom – our CEO Maija – decided to leave her research career and become an entrepreneur.
Over time, the company’s focus has evolved from supporting individual lifestyle changes to supporting organizations in their climate and environmental work. What has remained constant is a strong commitment to science- and fact-based approaches and a high standard of integrity. At the same time, the company has embraced the agility and speed of a startup, along with a strong desire to understand clients and develop services that solve real-world challenges in everyday business. In addition, an exceptional group of professionals has joined the team, helping to drive our work forward. We see ourselves as a company that uniquely combines the strengths of the research world with the realities of business.
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